A Framework for Those Who Suffer
As sufferings increase, so does the supply of God’s grace. The apostle Paul says that through Christ our comfort overflows, so that we might be able to then comfort others.
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Wisdom for Living, Part 5: The Sovereignty of God
God oversees all world affairs, so we need not be rattled by anything going on around us. Our choices and God’s purposes are woven together, and, in His sovereignty, God will prevail.
Watch / ListenWisdom for Living, Part 4: Overlooking an Offense
One’s ability to judge objectively (having “good sense”) provides endurance in the midst of a grievance (being patient and “slow to anger”).
Watch / ListenWisdom for Living, Part 3: The Mouth Speaks
One of the great skills in life, which few of us truly master, is being able to say the right thing at the right time, regardless of the situation. Yet wisdom requires us to steward our words carefully and with love of God and neighbor.
Watch / ListenWisdom for Living, Part 2: Guard Your Heart
We must guard the “wellspring” of our lives and work diligently to align the core of who we are with what God says is true about Himself, about us, about our place in the world, about life, and about everything else.
Watch / ListenWisdom for Living, Part 1: Get Wisdom
Proverbs are instructions to obtain wisdom for making decisions that result in successful living.
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Expecting Opposition
When we step toward Jesus in faith and obedience to do kingdom work, we can expect opposition.
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God Uses Ordinary People to Be Part of His Extraordinary Plans
None of us is extraordinary, but our God is. When He uses the weak and the broken, He gets all the glory.
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The Peace of God
Peace, or “shalom,” is not a thing. It is a person. The Father is called “Jehovah Shalom.” The Son is the “Prince of Shalom.” The Spirit produces the fruit that is shalom. How do we more completely experience the peace Christ offers?
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The Calling of a Joy-Filled Life
It is a spirit of confidence in the living God and in His promises that rises above the difficult circumstances of life.
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Habits of a Joy-Filled Life
We seek to cultivate joy as we practice the art of remembering, focus our prayer on the needs of others, partner with others in the Body, and live with the end in mind.
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God’s Promises Are Greater Than My Perception
If we rely on our physical sight, we can only see a portion of what is going on around us, and we miss out on God’s might, power, and provision. We should doubt our perception before we doubt God’s promises.
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All Things New: Living As a Child of God, Part 11 (Glory of God)
Evangelizing the lost and discipling believers are hugely important, but our highest aim is giving God glory. God’s glory is His completely perfect, utterly different, fully excellent, beautiful, and pure character demonstrated through His awesome deeds.
Watch / ListenAll Things New: Living As a Child of God, Part 10 (Go)
There are only two options for how salvation can be obtained: Either it is “earned” or it is “given.” The Scripture makes it clear that “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved,” and that God’s people are called to go and share that good news.
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God’s Strange Strategy – Missions Sunday 2021
God’s “strange” strategy for growing His Kingdom is to use normal people, saved by grace, to be His ambassadors around the world.
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